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In reality, the violin had not yet been invented, Nero wasn't in Rome at the time, and when he heard of the fire he returned to direct relief efforts. Nero is known as the Emperor who played a fiddle while Rome burned. He is known for a number of executions, including those of his mother, wife ( Claudia Octavia) and stepbrother. Nero's rule is associated with tyranny and extravagance.

Facing assassination, he died by suicide on 9 June 68. In 68, the rebellion of Vindex in Gaul and later the acclamation of Galba in Hispania ( Spain) drove Nero from the throne. In 64, most of Rome was destroyed in the Great Fire of Rome. His reign included a successful war and negotiated peace with the Parthian Empire the suppression of a revolt in Britain and the beginning of the First Roman–Jewish War. He ordered the building of theatres and promoted athletic games. Marble bust of Nero ( palace of Versailles)ĭuring his reign, Nero focused much of his attention on diplomacy, trade, and improving the cultural capital of the empire.

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